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July 2007 
 Sannicandro Sentinel Online
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Dear Tom,

Thanks for reading the July edition of the Sannicandro Sentinel. This issue includes information about the final FY08 budget, what national media is saying about my "self determination" bill and updates about how you can get involved in the legislative process.

We in the legislature have just wrapped up the Fiscal Year 2008 budget. I'm excited about what this budget will mean for Ashland and Framingham.

As always, I encourage you to contact my office about any issues that are important to you

Looking Forward,

 Ashland: The Numbers
 

Ashland Flag The FY08 budget included great earmarks and local aid numbers for Ashland. Below is a summary of what's included.

Local Aid:

  • Chapter 70: $3,843,641
  • Lottery Aid: $1,391,460
  • Additional Assistance: $291,598
Continuing Earmarks:

  • $38,000 for Community Policing
  • $50,000 for the Ashland Department of Recreation
  • $60,000 for the MetroWest Campership program
  • $250,000 for the Technology Initiative of the MetroSouth/West Regional Employment Board
  • $250,000 for the 495/MetroWest Corridor Partnership
  • $250,000 for the New Beginnings substance abuse rehabilitation and education program
  • $160,000 for the MetroWest Economic Research Center at Framingham State College
  • $84,453 for the MetroWest/MetroSouth Outreach Center for Veterans
  • $65,000 for court mediation and dispute resolution services in the MetroWest area


Now that the House and Senate have passed the FY08 budget the only thing that comes next is Governor Deval Patrick's signature. Please call Governor Patrick's office and ask him to sign the budget -- and not to veto any of the above items that will impact Ashland's funding. To reach Governor Patrick's office please call 617-722-2000.

 


 Framingham: The Numbers
 

Framingham Seal Below is a summary of Framingham's funding in the FY08 budget.

Local Aid:

  • Chapter 70: $13,996,312
  • Lottery Aid: $7,684,825
  • Additional Assistance: $4,697,500
New Earmarks:

  • $145,000 for the Framingham Coalition ($100,000 Increase)
Continued Earmarks:

  • $85,500 for Community Policing
  • $370,000 for dual immersion program evaluation
  • $375,000 for a new Aging Well at Home Program
  • $50,000 for Framingham Downtown Renaissance
  • $50,000 for Framingham START Partnership
  • $104,123 for the teen parenting program at Framingham High School
  • $100,000 for Framingham's Jail Diversion Program
  • $84,453 for the MetroWest/MetroSouth Outreach Center for Veterans


Now that the House and Senate have passed the FY08 budget the only thing that comes next is Governor Deval Patrick's signature. Please call Governor Patrick's office and ask him to sign the budget -- and not to veto any of the above items that will impact Framingham's funding. To reach Governor Patrick's office please call 617-722-2000.

 


 Other Budget News
 

Rep. Sannicandro has been leading the fight for important increases in disability related items in the budget. Below are a few of the increases and new programs he has been able to impact through the budget process.

  • Family Supports: Increase of $500,000 over two years
  • Turning 22: Increase of $1.7 million over two years
  • DMR Day Employment: Increase of $500,000 this year
  • Concurrent Enrollment: New Program, $1.575 million in funding
If you would like more information on any of these items please don't hesitate to call Rep. Sannicandro's office at the contact information listed below.

 


 Be Part of the Conversation!
 How to get involved in this legislative session

To express any questions or concerns about any local or state-wide issue, please don't hesitate to contact Tom's office using the information below.

Office of Rep. Tom Sannicandro
Phone: 617-722-2210
Fax: 617-626-0692
Tom.Sannicandro@state.ma.us
Wesley.Ritchie@state.ma.us

Office of Rep. Tom Sannicandro
State House, Room 473F
Boston, MA 02133

 


 National View: Self Determination
 Tom's efforts to bring self determination for persons with disabilities has brought national attention

tom.podium Reprinted from the National Center for Self- Determination Newsletter:

In Massachusetts, Representative Tom Sannicandro has filed legislation to support the growth of self-determination in the Commonwealth. Representative Sannicandro is a great ally in the state legislature and has a personal commitment to self- determination for people with disabilities with his vision for his son, who is a 22 year-old man with a developmental disability. The legislation is now being reviewed by the Joint House and Senate Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Committee. The legislation supports the work of the Massachusetts Community-Based Personal Assistance Services and Supports CMS grant. More information will be available next month. If there are any questions, you can contact Jeff Keilson at 781 910- 7216 or at or the Office of Representative Sannicandro at 617 722-2210.

 


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